The abrupt death of legendary vocalist Chuck Mosley so soon after the release of Primitive Race’s sophomore album Soul Pretender may have cast a pall over their exciting new foray into alternative, punk, and grunge, but the surviving members didn’t let the loss sidetrack the album, they instead used it to shine a spotlight onto not only Mosley’s contributions and legacy, but on the tragedies that addiction continues to cause. To honor his memory, Chris Kniker, Erie Loch (LUXT, Blownload, Exageist), Mark Gemini Thwaite (Peter Murphy, Tricky, Gary Numan), and Dale Crover (The Melvins) have shared Chuck’s baby off of the album, “Dancing on the Sun,” and also are donating 100% of 2018 album sales to MusiCares to support addiction treatment for musicians.
Says Chuck’s long-time friend Chris Kniker:
“I wasn’t prepared for any of this. Most only knew Chuck Mosley as the former singer of Faith No More; to me was a friend with whom I had formed a special bond over the past 17 years. Chuck was funny, witty, charismatic, and charming in a way that was only Chuck. He was truly one of a kind. Chuck inspired Mark, Erie, and I, and I knew we did the same for him. He felt we had created something that allowed him to grow as an artist. He was thrilled and honored to be playing on a record with Dale Crover. I was just happy to know that we made a record that I enjoyed; a group of friends creating something together. I am sure that Chuck would want us all to learn and grow from his struggles. Addiction is a horrible burden to bare for the afflicted and their loved ones. If you are or know someone who needs help don’t be afraid to ask.”
Download / Stream Soul Pretender Online:
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Click HERE to Buy Soul Pretender Physical CD via Metropolis Records
Chuck’s family is also running a Go Fund Me to cover memorial costs and a planned memorial show, fans and supporters can donate HERE.
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